Mercedes Benz 2002 S 430 User manual

S-Class

Operator’s Manual

S430

S500

S55AMG

S600

Our company and staff congratulate you on the purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz.

Your selection of our product is a demonstration of your trust in our company name. Further, it exemplifies your desire

to own an automobile that will be as easy as possible to operate and provide years of service.

Your Mercedes-Benz represents the efforts of many skilled engineers and craftsmen. To ensure your pleasure of

ownership, and for your safety and that of your passengers, we ask you to make a small investment of your time:

• Please read this manual carefully before putting it aside. Then return it to your vehicle where it will be handy for

your reference.

• Please abide by the recommendations contained in this manual. They are designed to acquaint you with the

operation of your Mercedes-Benz.

• Please abide by the warnings and cautions contained in this manual. They are designed to help improve the safety

of the vehicle operator and occupants.

We extend our best wishes for many miles of safe, pleasurable driving.

DaimlerChrysler AG

1Contents

Introduction

Product information .......................... 7

Operator’s manual ............................. 8

Where to find it ................................ 13

Reporting Safety Defects ................ 15

Instruments and controls

Instruments and controls ............... 18

Door control panel .......................20

Overhead control panel ............... 21

Dashboard .....................................22

Center console ..............................24

Operation

Vehicle keys ......................................28

Start lock-out .................................... 31

General notes on the

central locking system ...............32

Central locking system ...................33

Radio frequency and

infrared remote control ...............33

KEYLESS-GO .................................36

Opening and closing windows

and sliding / pop-up roof

from outside ................................. 43

Panic button ................................. 45

Mechanical keys .......................... 45

Doors ................................................. 46

Power closing assist for

doors and trunk lid .................... 48

Central locking switch .................... 48

Automatic central locking .............. 50

Emergency unlocking in

case of accident .......................... 50

Trunk ..................................................51

Trunk lamp ....................................... 54

Trunk lid release switch ................ 55

Trunk lid release/close switch ...... 56

Trunk lid emergency release ........ 59

Antitheft alarm system ................... 60

Tow-away alarm ................................61

Easy-entry/exit feature .................. 63

Front seat adjustment ..................... 64

Removal and installation of

front seat head restraints .......... 68

Lumbar support ............................... 69

Multicontour backrest ..................... 69

Seat heater ........................................ 71

Seat ventilation system ................... 74

Rear seat head restraints ................ 76

Power head restraints, rear ............77

Power seats, rear .............................. 78

Power seats, setting passenger

seat position from rear ............... 80

Seat belts and integrated

restraint system .......................... 81

Seat belts ........................................... 81

Seat belt nonusage

warning system ...........................82

BabySmart

TM

airbag

deactivation system ....................88

Self-test BabySmart

TM

without

special child seat installed ......... 88

Supplemental Restraint

System (SRS) ............................... 89

Emergency tensioning

retractor (ETR) ............................. 90

Airbags .............................................. 91

2Contents

Safety guidelines for the

seat belt, emergency

tensioning retractor

and airbag ....................................97

Infant and child

restraint systems .........................99

Steering wheel adjustment ..........102

Rear view mirrors .......................... 103

Memory function ........................... 108

Key dependent

memory settings ........................111

Instrument cluster ......................... 112

Multifunction steering wheel,

multifunction display ................118

Trip and main odometer

and sub menu ............................122

Audio systems .............................124

Radio ............................................ 124

CD player .....................................125

Cassette player ...........................126

Telephone ........................................127

Telephone book ..........................127

Redialing ..................................... 129

Incoming call .............................. 131

Navigation system ..........................132

Distronic (DTR) ...............................133

Trip computer .................................134

Malfunction / warning

message memory ......................136

Individual settings .........................138

Setting the audio volume ............. 148

Flexible service system

(FSS) ........................................... 149

Tire inflation pressure

monitor ........................................152

Engine oil level indicator ..............156

Engine oil consumption ................157

Exterior lamp switch ......................158

Night security illumination ..........160

Headlamp cleaning system ...........161

Combination switch .......................162

Hazard warning flasher

switch ..........................................165

Automatic climate control .............166

Display and controls ..................168

Automatic maximum

cooling ......................................... 170

Basic setting ................................171

Special Settings .......................... 172

Activated charcoal filter ............ 175

Economy mode ........................... 176

Residual engine

heat utilization ........................... 176

Switching the automatic

climate control on and off ......... 177

Front center console storage

compartment ventilation .......... 178

Front center console storage

compartment ventilation .......... 178

Rear passenger compartment

climate control .......................... 180

Automatic maximum

cooling ......................................... 181

Power windows ............................... 184

Sliding/pop-up roof ....................... 187

Interior lighting ............................. 190

Rear window sunshade ................. 193

Rear door window sunshade ........ 194

Sun visors ....................................... 194

Vanity mirrors ................................ 195

Interior ............................................ 196

3Contents

Storage compartments

and armrests .............................. 196

Glove box ..................................... 197

Cup holder ......................................202

Ashtrays ..........................................204

Lighter .............................................206

Parcel net in front

passenger footwell ....................208

Parcel net in trunk ........................208

Telephone, general ........................209

Garage door opener ....................... 210

Infrared reflecting

windshield ................................. 214

Driving

Control and operation of

radio transmitters ..................... 216

The first 1 000 miles

(1 500 km) ................................. 217

Maintenance ................................... 217

Tele Aid ........................................... 218

Catalytic converter ........................228

Emission control ............................ 229

Starter switch ................................. 230

Starter switch –

KEYLESS-GO ............................. 232

Starting and turning off

the engine .................................. 235

Automatic transmission ............... 237

Parking brake ................................ 246

Driving instructions ...................... 247

Drive sensibly –

Save Fuel ..................................... 247

Drinking and driving ................ 247

Pedals .......................................... 247

Power assistance ........................ 248

Brakes .......................................... 248

Driving off ................................... 249

Parking ........................................ 250

Tires ............................................. 251

Snow chains ............................... 253

Winter driving instructions ..... 254

Block heater ................................ 255

Deep water .................................. 256

Passenger compartment ...........256

Traveling abroad ........................257

Cruise control .................................258

Distronic (DTR) ..............................261

Brake assist system

(BAS) ...........................................277

Antilock brake system

(ABS) ...........................................278

Electronic stability program

(ESP) ...........................................280

Active body control

(ABC) ..........................................284

Level control system for vehicles

with Airmatic system ...............285

Level control system for vehicles

with Active Body Control

(ABC) ..........................................286

Adaptive damping system

(ADS) ...........................................289

Parking assist (Parktronic) ..........291

What you should know

at the gas station .......................296

Check regularly and

before a long trip ......................299

4Contents

Instrument cluster display

Malfunction and indicator

lamps in the

instrument cluster ....................302

On-board diagnostic

system ..........................................302

Check engine malfunction

indicator lamp .............................302

Brake warning lamp ..................304

Supplemental restraint system

(SRS) indicator lamp ..................305

Fuel reserve warning .................305

ABS malfunction

indicator lamp .............................306

Electronic stability program

(ESP) — warning lamp ...............307

Distronic (DTR) –

warning lamp ..............................307

Seat belt nonusage

warning lamp ..............................308

Malfunction and indicator

lamp in the

center console ...........................308

AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp .....308

Malfunction and warning

messages in the

multifunction display .............. 309

DISPLAY DEFECTIVE .................310

BATTERY/ALTERNATOR ........... 311

ENTRANCE POSITION ...............312

BRAKE ASSIST ............................312

BRAKE LINING WEAR ...............313

BRAKE FLUID .............................313

PARKING BRAKE ........................314

TRUNK OPEN ..............................314

ELEC. STABIL. PROG.

(Electronic stability

program) ......................................315

COOLANT

(coolant level) ..............................316

COOLANT

(coolant temperature) ................317

LIGHTING SYSTEM ....................318

LIGHT SENSOR .......................... 320

ACTIVE BODY CONTROL

(ABC) ........................................... 320

TIRE PRESSURE ........................ 322

ENGINE OIL LEVEL ................... 324

CRUISE CONTROL .....................325

KEY ...............................................325

DOOR ...........................................326

HOOD ...........................................326

TELE AID .....................................327

CHIP-CARD

(KEYLESS-GO) ............................328

SELECTOR LEVER ......................329

TELEPHONE – FUNCTION .......329

WASHER FLUID .........................330

AIR SPRING (AirMatic) ............. 331

DISTRONIC (DTR) ......................332

AIR CLEANER .............................333

Practical hints

First aid kit .....................................336

Stowing things in the vehicle ......336

Fuses ................................................337

Hood .................................................339

Checking engine oil level .............342

Automatic transmission

fluid level ...................................343

Active body control (ABC)

fluid level ...................................343

5Contents

Coolant level ...................................344

Adding coolant ...........................344

Windshield and headlamp

washer system ...........................345

Windshield and headlamp

washer fluid mixing ratio .........345

Spare wheel, vehicle tools,

storage compartment ................346

Vehicle jack .....................................347

Wheels .............................................348

Tire Replacement .......................348

Rotating wheels ..........................349

Spare wheel ....................................349

Changing wheels ...........................351

Tire inflation pressure ..................356

Battery .............................................357

Jump starting ..................................359

Towing the vehicle ......................... 361

Exterior lamps ................................364

Headlamp assembly ...................365

Taillamp assemblies ..................368

Changing batteries in

the electronic key ......................371

Synchronizing

remote control ............................ 373

Changing batteries in the

KEYLESS-GO-card .....................374

Emergency engine

shut-down ...................................376

Fuel filler flap,

manual release ..........................376

Emergency operation of

sliding/pop-up roof .................. 377

Replacing wiper blades ................ 378

Roof rack ......................................... 380

Vehicle care

Cleaning and care

of the vehicle ............................. 382

Power washer ............................. 383

Tar stains .................................... 384

Paintwork, painted body

components ................................ 384

Engine cleaning ..........................384

Vehicle washing .........................384

Ornamental moldings ................385

Headlamps, taillamps,

turn signal lenses ......................385

Cleaning the Distronic

system sensor .............................386

Cleaning the parktronic

system sensors ...........................386

Wiper blades ...............................387

Light alloy wheels ......................388

Instrument cluster .....................388

Steering wheel and

gear selector lever ......................388

Cup holder ...................................388

Seat belts .....................................389

Headliner and shelf

below rear window .....................389

Leather upholstery .....................389

Hard plastic trim items .............389

Plastic and rubber parts ............389

6Contents

Technical data

Spare parts service ........................392

Warranty coverage .........................392

Identification labels .......................393

Layout of poly-V-belt drive ............395

Technical data ................................396

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. -

capacities ...................................402

Engine oils ...................................... 404

Engine oil additives ...................... 404

Air conditioner refrigerant .......... 404

Brake fluid ...................................... 404

Premium unleaded gasoline ........ 405

Fuel requirements ........................ 405

Gasoline additives ......................... 406

Coolants .......................................... 406

Consumer information ................. 408

Index

Index ................................................ 410

7Introduction

Product information

Kindly observe the following in your own best interest:

We recommend using Mercedes-Benz original parts as well as conversion parts and accessories

explicitly approved by us for your vehicle model.

We have tested these parts to determine their reliability, safety and their special

suitability for Mercedes-Benz vehicles.

We are unable to make an assessment for other products and therefore cannot be held responsible

for them, even if in individual cases an official approval or authorization by governmental or other

agencies should exist. Use of such parts and accessories could adversely affect the safety, performance

or reliability of your vehicle. Please do not use them.

Mercedes-Benz original parts as well as conversion parts and accessories approved by us are available

at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center where you will receive comprehensive information, also on

permissible technical modifications, and where proper installation will be performed.

8Introduction

Operator’s manual

This Operator’s Manual contains a great deal of useful information. We urge you to read it carefully and familiarize

yourself with the vehicle before driving.

For your own safety and longer service life of the vehicle, we urge you to follow the instructions and warnings

contained in this manual. Ignoring them could result in damage to the vehicle or personal injury to you or others.

Vehicle damage caused by failure to follow instructions is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

Your vehicle may have some or all of the equipment described in this manual. Therefore, you may find explanations

for optional equipment not installed in your vehicle. If you have any questions about the operation of any equipment,

your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to demonstrate the proper procedures.

Service and warranty information

The Service and Warranty Information Booklet contains detailed information about the warranties covering your

Mercedes-Benz, including:

• New Car Limited Warranty,

• Emission System Warranty,

• Emission Performance Warranty,

• California, Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont Emission Control System Warranty

(California, Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont only),

• State Warranty Enforcement Laws (Lemon Laws).

9Introduction

Important notice for California retail buyers of Mercedes-Benz automobiles

Under California law you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the purchase price or lease

price, if Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or its authorized repair or service facilities fail to fix one ore more substantial

defects or malfunctions in the vehicle that are covered by its express warranty after a reasonable number of repair

attempts. During the period of 18 months from original delivery of the vehicle or the accumulation of 18 000 miles on

the odometer of the vehicle, whichever occurs first, a reasonable number of repair attempts is presumed for a retail

buyer or lessee if one or more of the following occurs: (1) the same substantial defect or malfunction results in a

condition that is likely to cause death or serious bodily injury if the vehicle is driven, that defect or malfunction has

been subject to repair two or more times, and you have directly notified Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC in writing of the

need for its repair and have given us a direct opportunity to perform a repair ourselves, (2) the same substantial defect

or malfunction of a less serious nature than category (1) has been subject to repair four or more times and you have

directly notified us of the need for its repair and given us the opportunity to repair ourselves, or (3) the vehicle is out

of service by reason of repair of the same or different substantial defects or malfunctions for a cumulative total of

more than 30 calender days. Written notification should be sent to us, not a dealer, at Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC,

Customer Assistance Center, One Mercedes Drive, Montvale, NJ 07645-0350.

Maintenance

The Service Booklet describes all the necessary maintenance work which should be performed at regular intervals.

Always have the Service Booklet with you when you take the vehicle to your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for

service. The service advisor will record each service in the booklet for you.

10Introduction

Roadside assistance

The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program provides factory trained technical help in the event of a breakdown.

Calls to the toll-free Roadside Assistance number:

1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA)

1-800-387-0100 (in Canada)

will be answered by Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Representatives 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

For additional information refer to the Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program brochure in your glove box.

Change of address or ownership

If you change your address, be sure to send in the “Change of Address Notice” found in the Service and Warranty

Information Booklet, or simply call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at

1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100. It is in your own interest that we can

contact you should the need arise.

If you sell your Mercedes, please leave all literature with the vehicle to make it available to the next operator.

If you bought this vehicle used, be sure to send in the “Notice of Purchase of Used Car” found in the Service and

Warranty Information Booklet, or call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at

1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100.

11Introduction

Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada

If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign countries, please be aware that:

• Service facilities or replacement parts may not be readily available,

• unleaded gasoline for vehicles with catalytic converters may not be available; the use of leaded fuels will damage

the catalysts,

• gasoline may have a considerably lower octane rating, and improper fuel can cause engine damage.

Certain Mercedes-Benz models are available for delivery in Europe under our European Delivery Program. For details,

consult your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to:

In the USA: In Canada:

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

European Delivery Department

One Mercedes Drive

Montvale, NJ 07645-0350

Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.

European Delivery Department

849 Eglinton Avenue East

Toronto, Ontario M4G 2L5

12Introduction

We continuously strive to improve our product, and ask for your understanding that we reserve the right to make

changes in design and equipment. Therefore, information, illustrations and descriptions in this Operator’s Manual

might differ from your vehicle.

Optional equipment is also described in this manual, including operating instructions wherever necessary. Since they

are special-order items, the descriptions and illustrations herein may vary slightly from the actual equipment of your

vehicle.

If there are any equipment details that are not shown or described in this Operator’s Manual, your authorized

Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to inform you of correct care and operating procedures.

The Operator’s Manual and Service Booklet are important documents and should be kept with the vehicle.

13Introduction

Where to find it

The Operator’s Manual is divided into eight sections:

• Instruments and controls: An overview of all the controls that can be operated from the driver’s seat.

•Operation: Information on the vehicle’s equipment and its operation.

•Driving: Important information on driving.

• Instrument cluster display: Displays and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster with brief instructions.

•Practical hints: Assistance and instructions in the event of an emergency.

• Car care: Instructions on caring for your vehicle.

• Technical data: All the important technical data for your vehicle as well as consumer information such as fuels,

coolants, lubricants etc. is contained here.

•Index: Key terms to help you find a topic quickly.

Other documents may also be supplied, depending on your vehicle’s equipment.

Explanation of color used:

Warning notices for the protection of yourself and

others appear on red background.

14Introduction

Problems with your vehicle

If you should experience a problem with your vehicle, particularly one that you believe may affect

its safe operation, we urge you to immediately contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to

have the problem diagnosed and corrected if required. If the matter is not handled to your

satisfaction, please discuss the problem with the Mercedes-Benz Center management, or if

necessary contact us at the following addresses:

In the USA: Customer Assistance Center

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

One Mercedes Drive

Montvale, NJ 07645-0350

In Canada: Customer Relations Department

Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.

849 Eglinton Avenue East

Toronto, Ontario, M4G 2L5

15Introduction

For the USA only:

The following text is published as required of manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S. Federal Regulations,

Part 575 pursuant to the “National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966”.

Reporting Safety Defects

If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or

death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

(NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety

defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA

cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Mercedes-Benz USA,

LLC.

To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 or write

to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other

information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.

17Contents – Instruments and controls

Technical

data

Instruments

and controls

Operation Driving

Instrument

cluster display

Practical hints Car care Index

Instruments and controls

Instruments and controls ............... 18

Door control panel .......................20

Overhead control panel ............... 21

Dashboard .....................................22

Center console ..............................24

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